In the following passage, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the is below the passage, our options are given in columns lettered A to D. Choose the word that is most suitable to fill the numbered gaps in the passage.
Jim had his first -71- in professional boxing when he was seventeen and that match has remained indelible in his memory. Before the match, he had gone for a weigh-in along with other boxers. On the D-day, he came into the -72– amidst loud cheers from the spectators after he had ten called by the -73 -. He was wearing customized trunks and – 74- to prevent damage to his hands.
Jim and his – 75- – moved round throwing punches at each other. Jim threw a right -76-, left himself open and got cut by a strong counter punch. After this attack from his rival, Jim raised his arms and held his -77– in front of his face to protect himself by -78 – the punches as they came.
During the second –79-, Jim delivered a sucker punch which got his opponent in the ribs lading to loss of consciousness. Consequently, Jim won the game by – 80-
-73-
- umpire
- announcer
- starter
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referee
The correct answer is: D
Explanation
In the context of boxing, the term 'referee' is used to refer to the official who supervises the match. The referee is responsible for ensuring that the rules are adhered to. Therefore, 'referee' is the most suitable word to fill the gap.